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2008 Land Rover Discovery 2.7L Diesel · BN08 ADX

BN08 ADX

2008 Land Rover Discovery (2.7L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2008. Recorded mileage 98,781 miles. MOT valid until 03/04/2027.

Make & Model
LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
Year / Origin
2008 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 03/04/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
98,781 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.7L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 03/04/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2008
Engine
2720cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This vehicle presents an exceptionally clean MOT history, indicating a stable and high standard of roadworthiness. The most recent test on 31 March 2026 at 98,781 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to early 2023, suggesting the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that preempts common failure points. The mileage is notably low for an 18 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 5,488 miles per year. The accumulation has remained steady over the last few years, growing from 86,462 miles in March 2023 to 98,781 miles by March 2026. This gradual increase suggests regular, light use rather than prolonged periods of standing, which typically helps preserve rubber components and prevents seals from drying out. A single failure on 30 March 2023 was resolved on the same day, and the lack of any subsequent advisories is rare for a Discovery of this vintage. While the DVSA record shows no technical faults, the absence of flagged issues regarding corrosion or suspension wear does not guarantee immunity. Buyers should still physically inspect the chassis and wheel arches for structural rust, as these are known weak points that may not always trigger a failure if the integrity remains sufficient. Given the low mileage and clean record, a physical inspection should focus on the condition of the brake discs and tyres to ensure they have not perished due to age rather than wear. Checking for signs of oil leaks around the engine and gearbox is also advisable to confirm the mechanical health matches the pristine MOT data.

BN08 ADX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 31/03/2026
  • 98,781 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

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! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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BN08 ADX Mileage History

  1. 30/03/202386,462 mi
  2. 30/03/202386,462 mi
  3. 21/03/202489,680 mi+3,218 mi
  4. 31/03/202594,271 mi+4,591 mi
  5. 31/03/202698,781 mi+4,510 mi

Average of roughly 4,101 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

BN08 ADX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 03:23
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Land Rover Discovery (BN08 ADX) between March 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 31 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.34 (8.2.2.2 (a))”.

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